The Project Gutenberg EBook of CAW! CAW!, by RM
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Title: CAW! CAW!
The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time
Author: RM
Illustrator: JB
Release Date: August 22, 2007 [EBook #22374]
Language: English
Character set encoding: ISO-8859-1

The Project Gutenberg EBook of CAW! CAW!, by RM
This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with
almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or
re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included
with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org
Title: CAW! CAW!
The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time
Author: RM
Illustrator: JB
Release Date: August 22, 2007 [EBook #22374]
Language: English
Character set encoding: ISO-8859-1

And part three of Caw! Caw! Or The Chronicle of Crows: A Tale of the Spring-time by RM, illustrated by J.B. as promised... (if you've missed the first two parts, scroll to the end of the email to see them first)...

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The Project Gutenberg EBook of CAW! CAW!, by RM
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almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or
re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included
with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with
almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or
re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included
with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org
Title: CAW! CAW!
The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time
Author: RM
Illustrator: JB
Release Date: August 22, 2007 [EBook #22374]
Language: English

Caw! Caw! Or The Chronicle of Crows: A Tale of the Spring-time by RM, illustrated by J.B. It is a fun, lovely crow book. Lots of poetry with crows. This is well-worth the read. Try reading it aloud! =) If you dare, try reading it aloud AND recording it for me to post! =) I'd love that. Here are the first six pages... beautiful illustrations as well as fun poems. I will post the next six or so pages tomorrow. =) I hope you enjoy!

The next part of this book will be posted tomorrow, so don't forget to come back!

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Title: CAW! CAW!
The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time
Author: RM
Illustrator: JB
Release Date: August 22, 2007 [EBook #22374]
Language: English

Following the March theme of National Read Aloud month, I am sharing another lovely story about Johnny Crow by L. Leslie Brooke. This one is titled Johnny Crow's Garden. It is read aloud by someone, but I am not certain whom. I got the files from the Project Gutenberg e-book series. I hope you enjoy it. =) Click the following title (Johnny Crow's Garden) to listen:

JOHNNY CROW'S GARDEN

A PICTURE BOOK

DRAWN BY

L. LESLIE BROOKE

First Edition, 1903

JOHNNY CROW'S GARDEN.

Johnny CrowWould dig and sowTill he made a little Garden.And the LionHad a green and yellow Tie onIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the RatWore a Feather in his HatBut the BearHad nothing to wearIn Johnny Crow's Garden.So the ApeTook his Measure with a TapeIn Johnny Crow's Garden.Then the CraneWas caught in the RainIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the BeaverWas afraid he had a FeverBut the GoatSaid:"It's nothing but his Throat!"In Johnny Crow's Garden.And the PigDanced a JigIn Johnny Crow's Garden.Then the StorkGave a Philosophic TalkTill the HippopotamiSaid: "Ask no further 'What am I?'"While the ElephantSaid something quite irrelevantIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the Goose--Well,the Goose was a GooseIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the MouseBuilt himself a little HouseWhere the CatSat down beside the MatIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the WhaleTold a very long TaleIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the OwlWas a funny old FowlAnd the FoxPut them all in the StocksIn Johnny Crow's Garden.But Johnny CrowHe let them goAnd they all sat downto their dinner in a rowIn Johnny Crow's Garden.

"GOOD-BYE!"

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March is National Real Aloud month and so, I will do just that---read aloud. I will read aloud and record a story for you. It is public domain provided by Project Gutenberg. As you may have noticed by the title, it is crow related. =) And so, grab a cup of tea, sit back and turn the volume up and listen to a story. I will include the pictures as well! =) I hope you enjoy it.

JOHNNY CROW'S PARTY

ANOTHER PICTURE BOOK

DRAWN BY

L. LESLIE BROOKE

First Edition, 1907

JOHNNY CROW'S PARTY

Johnny CrowPlied Rake and HoeAnd improved his little Garden.And the EagleLooked quite regalIn Johnny Crow's GardenAnd the CockatooSaid "Comment vous portez vous?"And the GanderDidn't understand her;But the FlamingoTalked the same lingoIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the BearSang a sentimental Air,But the GiraffeWas inclined to laugh;Even the DucklingCouldn't help chucklingIn Johnny Crow's Garden.Then the SnakeGot entangled with the rakeIn Johnny Crow's Garden.And the CockHad a very nasty knock;So the HenSaid:"We'll never come againTo Johnny Crow's Garden!"And the SheepWent to sleep,And the ArmadilloUsed him for a pillow;And the PorcupineSaid: "Wake me if for talk you pine!"In Johnny Crow'sGarden.And the KangarooTried to paint the Roses blueTill the CamelSwallowed the Enamel.And the ReindeerSaid: "I'm sorry for your pain, dear!"In Johnny Crow's Garden.So the ChimpanzeePut the Kettle on for Tea;And the SealMade a very big Meal;While the SoleShared a Muffin with the MoleIn Johnny Crow's Garden.Then they picked the Flowers, andwandered in the Maze,And before they went their several waysThey all joined togetherIn a Hearty Vote of PraiseOf Johnny Crow and his Garden.

OTHER BOOKS WITH

DRAWINGS BY LESLIE BROOKE.

JOHNNY CROW'S GARDEN

JOHNNY CROW'S NEW GARDEN

THE GOLDEN GOOSE BOOK
(The Golden Goose Tom Thumb The 3 Bears The 3 Little Pigs)

RING O' ROSES A collection of Old Nursery Rhymes

THE HOUSE IN THE WOOD and Other Old Fairy Stories

A ROUNDABOUT TURN By ROBERT H. CHARLES

THE NURSERY RHYME BOOK Edited by ANDREW LANG

THE TAILOR AND THE CROW

Disclaimer: This eBook (Johnny Crow's Party) is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.net. The audio recording is mine---please do note where you got it (Corvid Corner), if you do redistribute it. Thanks. =)

I love my crows. And I love books. And I really love books about crows.

I recently read a charming story of Jimmy Fastwing, a young crow, in the journey of his first year of life. This book walks you through the life of a young, clever crow named Jimmy Fastwing. Life isn't easy being a crow. It is easy for us to forget how very few crow actually survive through their first year. Less than half of the crows hatched will survive each year. The odds are not in their favor. Add in the constant danger from dogs, cats and humans who despite crows, and the first year of a crow's life is as action packed as any blockbuster movie. Our Land is the Sky: The Adventures of Jimmy Fastwing by Frank J. Croskerry gives us a peek into the day to day life and struggles of one little brave crow. From the publisher, a more articulate description of this lovely little book,

Spring has been a violent affair this year, and many new crows have not survived the high winds and rainstorms. For the few who have, there are still the very dangerous exercises of learning what birds need to know to exist with the rest of the clan. While flying comes naturally to them, there is much more they need to know if they are to stay out of harm's reach. Young crow Jimmy Fastwing has his grandfather to teach him the basic things a young crow needs to know. If he can manage the first stages of take-offs and landings, there will be other family members to assist him in his learning. He'll have to know about things like finding food, hiding it, and socializing with the clan. Join Jimmy in his first year of life as he grows, learns, and avoids one calamity after another. If he's lucky, he'll learn quickly enough to become an important member of the clan.

One of my favorite quirky parts of this story is that Frank Croskerry adds in little cute crow puns like "crow-sing" for cruising, "crow-d", and cawcaphony... I have a penchant for such puns. I used them here on CorvidCorner myself with "crow-tations" and so each time I read one of his clever little puns I smiled and chuckled to myself. Fun!
I recommend this book for all who love crows, birds or just a good fictional story of the natural world. Our Land is the Sky: The Adventures of Jimmy Fastwing is a juvenile fiction book, 88 pages. I read it in an hour or so. I even read it aloud for a friend. I think it is a great story to read to your children, to your friends, to anyone interested in learning more about crows and their social nature and their struggle to survive the first year of life. Thank you Frank J. Croskerry for this charming read. It now has a permanent place in my ever-growing library of crow-related books.

I came across a fantastic limited edition graphic novel about a crow named Jim. It is geared towards children and has a moral story to it. It looks lovely! Anyone know how I can get my hands on a copy?
All rights reserved. Photograph sole property of Chris Pilkington (http://cargocollective.com/chrispilkington/Crow-Book)

Two of my very dearest things, ravens and books, and a story set in the Pacific Northwest... my home. This is a book about a raven...what better way to introduce children to your love of ravens and crows than reading a good story about them? Here is the official book description,

Raven, the trickster, wants to give people the gift of light. But can he find out where Sky Chief keeps it? And if he does, will he be able to escape without being discovered? His dream seems impossible, but if anyone can find a way to bring light to the world, wise and clever Raven can!

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